Pomona College
Higher Education
GraduateAssistant
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“Graduate Assistant at Pomona College. Skills: Career advising, Fellowships advising, Employer relations. Advise students in career development. Assist with event planning”
Industry & Context.
Must be available to work August 17, 2026, May require weekend and evening work, Ineligible for visa or permanent resident card sponsorship, Must be residents of California
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Pursuing a master’s degree in an academic subject, Counseling/Student Affairs, Higher Education, Human Resources or a related program, Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, Professionalism and maturity, Organizational skills, Knowledge of relevant technology computer skills, Available to work 16-20 hours per week, Must be residents of California
Nice to Have
Sense of humor, Team spirit, Positive attitude
What You'll Do.
Advise students in career development
Assist with event planning
Create and present career workshops
Conduct practice interviews
Advise students on fellowship applications
Present information sessions
Develop web resources
Advise students on grad/professional school
Assist with hosting grad/professional school programs
Recruit/host employer events
Provide support for ER
Provide feedback to applicants
Organize PCIP Summer Experience
Recruit students and employers
Plan program logistics
Maintain internship listings
Update employer relations data
Coordinate internship listings
Coordinate employer relations data
Assist with outreach to students
Assist with outreach to employers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with the Employer Relations (ER) team
Communication Scope
Excellent written communication; Excellent verbal communication; Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Program development, Program management
Full Job Description
**Job Posting Location:** Claremont, CA **Job Posting Title:** Graduate Assistant **Job Description:** **ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE:** Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges. **JOB PURPOSE:** The Graduate Assistant will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the following areas: career counseling/advising and fellowships/graduate/professional school advising and employer relations (recruitment and internships). The position will allow for the enhancement of individual advising, presentation, and program development/management skills while at the same time, the Graduate Assistant will learn about career services. Training will be provided for all functional areas. Accommodations can be made so that projects/assignments align with the Graduate Assistant’s career interests. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** Reporting directly to the Director, Career Education and Advising, the Graduate Assistant performs the following essential duties and responsibilities: **Career Advising** * After training, advise students in their career development process. * Assist with event planning (panels or other events). * Create and present career related workshops (can include résumé writing, online networking, and interviewing skills). * Conduct practice interviews and provide assistance with drop-in hours. **Fellowships Advising** * After training, advise students on their written fellowship applications in in-person * meetings and over email. * Help with presenting information sessions and workshops and answering student questions about the application process for various awards• Help with updating and developing web resources for students, including our
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